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Aire de Gizeux

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Camping-cariste

Adresse

2 place Martin du Bellay
37340 Gizeux
Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire
France
Itinéraire
Réservation
Impossible. Vente uniquement sur place

Équipements et services

Stationnement
Emplacements Standards
Sols stabilisés
Vidange
Ravitaillement en eau

Description

Welcome to the motorhome area of Gizeux (Indre-et-Loire): a calm and friendly stopover where you can park with ease, empty wastewater and refill with water. Ideal for a restful stop before exploring the château and the surrounding landscapes, it offers a practical and welcoming setting to resume the road with a light mind.

Tourisme

Gizeux (Indre-et-Loire, France)

Gizeux is a rural village in Touraine, known mainly for its historic château perched in the middle of a bocage landscape. The village presents a peaceful image of the Touraine countryside, with hedgerow-lined roads, meadows and some woods. One feels the medieval and Renaissance heritage without the tourist bustle of nearby larger towns. It is a suitable stop for those who enjoy light history and country walks.

Heritage and history

The château de Gizeux overlooks the village: it features medieval elements and Renaissance alterations that reflect several centuries of occupation. The interior preserves decorations and volumes characteristic of the region’s seigneurial residences. Around it, the village’s built fabric — tuffeau houses and old farms — well illustrates traditional Touraine architecture.

Nature and landscapes

The landscape around Gizeux consists of bocage, small woods and fields, ideal for quiet walks. Country tracks and small rural roads offer viewpoints over gentle hills typical of Indre-et-Loire. Seasonal birdwatching and the tranquility of the area attract hikers seeking peaceful nature.

Gastronomy and local products

The region belongs to the gastronomic area of Touraine: goat cheeses such as Sainte‑Maure‑de‑Touraine and wines labeled Touraine are commonly found at markets and local restaurants. Local farms and small cellars often offer seasonal products and rustic specialties.

Outdoor activities

Gizeux is suitable for cycling and hiking on lightly frequented local routes. The proximity of small villages and farms allows for tasty stops and heritage discoveries on foot. Walks can easily be combined with a visit to the château for a half-day on site.

Not to miss

  • Château de Gizeux: exterior visit and discovery of the Renaissance façades and volumes.
  • Bocage landscapes: walks and viewpoints over the Touraine countryside.
  • Sainte‑Maure‑de‑Touraine cheese: tasting local goat cheeses.
  • Local trails: walking and cycling routes around the village.
  • Old village: tuffeau houses and the village church to observe while strolling.

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